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Hungary was not singled out however there has been widespread condemnation of the sweeping powers handed to the prime minister.
A group of 13 EU member states have said they are “deeply concerned” about the use of emergency steps to deal with the coronavirus outbreak.
It was genuine to utilize “remarkable procedures”, they said, but some powers might threaten “democracy and essential rights”.
Earlier today Hungary’s parliament gave Prime Minister Viktor Orban sweeping brand-new powers.
Other states are considering similar procedures.
Europe has actually been hit hardest by the coronavirus pandemic, with more than 30,000 casualties.
Spain has seen 10,000 deaths and Italy more than 13,000, and the numbers are increasing throughout the continent, with day-to-day records reported in France and the UK.
Governments throughout the continent have enforced extreme limitations on motion in a bid to consist of the spread. There are fears some leaders and celebrations are utilizing the pandemic as a reason to tighten up control over their nations.
What does the statement say?
The statement was released on Wednesday by Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Portugal, Spain and Sweden.
Dutch foreign minister Stef Blok published a link to the statement on Twitter. “The guideline of law, democracy and fundamental rights must stay strong concepts of our societies, likewise in times of coronavirus,” he composed.
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